Posted on 06/01/2023 4:51:59 PM PDT by SoConPubbie
The brewing feud between President Donald Trump and Ron DeSantis took center stage as DeSantis made his first campaign appearance in Iowa Wednesday just before President Trump’s latest visit to the state this week. The two have visited the state frequently over the past few months as the campaign trail intensifies.
President Trump, in a Truth Social post on Wednesday, reminded prospective voters of his contributions to Iowa, stating, “Looking forward to my stay in Iowa, a Great State that I did more for than any other President.”
He highlighted achievements such as the USMCA trade deal, securing $28 billion from China for farmers, and revitalizing the ethanol industry. Trump’s claims set the tone for a competitive atmosphere between the two Republican contenders during their overlapping presence in Iowa.
RSBN reported that “President Donald Trump traveled to Iowa this week ahead of his scheduled town hall with Fox News on Thursday night, appearing around the state and shaking hands with hardworking Americans as he courts their support going into the 2024 presidential campaign season.”
It was further reported that “On Thursday, the president made an anticipated appearance at the popular Iowa restaurant, the Machine Shed, a novel eatery that he visited earlier this year following a campaign stop in Davenport.”
It was also reported by Politico that DeSantis during his visit to the state “… didn’t actually mention his chief rival by name. But he didn’t have to. The contrasts were big and small, and mainly implicit. He talked about closing the border, spoke about how he would have fired Anthony Fauci during the Covid pandemic, and made note — in his speech’s crescendo — that no conservative wish could come true if their candidate doesn’t actually win.”
DeSantis, in his speech, subtly responded to Trump’s assertions by emphasizing the significance of substance and leadership, prioritizing tangible results over empty rhetoric and personal branding. DeSantis showcased his own accomplishments and policy initiatives, positioning himself as a candidate dedicated to delivering practical solutions for the people of Iowa and beyond.
Early polling after DeSantis’s 2024 announcement shows that Trump remains far ahead of the Florida governor with a 34-point lead.
As the campaign season progresses, the rivalry between DeSantis and Trump continues to intensify, with both candidates vying for the support of Iowa voters. Their contrasting approaches, policy achievements, and competing claims of impact on the state create a captivating showdown in the Republican primary race. Iowa, a crucial state in the political landscape, serves as the backdrop for this compelling contest, where DeSantis and Trump seek to sway voters with their distinct visions and leadership styles.
In the coming weeks and months, the political landscape will undoubtedly witness further sparks as these two Republican contenders traverse the campaign trail, each seeking to emerge as the preferred candidate among Iowa’s electorate. The battle for Iowa’s support will not only shape the trajectory of the Republican primary race but also have broader implications for the future of the party and the nation as a whole.
He doesn't need to do it, and it makes him look foolish, not to mention giving lots and lots of ammunition to the MSM.
Get the corn out of our gasoline!
Riley Gaines just endorsed DeSantis on Newsmax.
“I wish Trump would knock this crap off.”
What crap? Visiting Iowa?
What was your favorite part of Trump’s speech today?
A) Woke doesn’t exist
B) Attacking Iowa’s Governor
C) Praising his vaccine
Constantly riding Desantis
Riley Gaines hitched her wagon to the wrong horse.
DeSantis don’t stand a chance. Even if the corrupt in D.C. were able to throw Trump in their gulag, DeSoros would never have a chance. Only one reason this poser is there.
Oh. I thought that’s what you’re supposed to do in a primary against your main competitor.
Doesn’t bother me. I like Trump, but if DeSantis is going up against the dems, I’ll be pulling the lever for him.
Man, I just hope its one of those two.
Time for Trump to get off the “food as fuel” ethanol train...pandering in Iowa corn country:
https://flvoicenews.com/trump-reminds-iowa-voters-of-terminating-nafta-supporting-ethanol-farmers/
Also needs to avoid the 5th grade name-calling & stick to issues (like a real solution to Medicare/Social Security funding issues):
:
https://truthsocial.com/@realDonaldTrump/posts/110463643535963277
Once upon a time in politics, the candidates boasted their achievements, told what their plans were if elected, and generally built up themselves.
If a person liked what they heard, they voted for the one over the other.
Nowadays, politics is about belittling your opponent, dirty trick ops, and the like.
Call me old-fashioned...
Campaigns have always been nasty, this is nothing.
Constantly riding Desantis.
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I disagree.
I want Trump to rip DeSantos’s head off and kick it around like a soccer ball.
I can’t stand that little young punk from Florida.
Kinda shocked me.
Call me old-fashioned...
I'd have to call you really really really old fashioned. What you think politics is, doesn't exist. Where do you people come up with this stuff?
If you think the childish Trump attacks will cease, think again. When DeSantis closes in the race, he’ll lash out like a 5th grade child who was denied their gummy bears.
Trump needs to understand that he already has the imbecile vote tied up.
It is long past time for Trump to act presidential and show a contrast between himself and O’Biden. If Trump could pretend he is Ronald Reagan, he would win in a landslide.
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